Lecturer in Political Science

The Department of Political Science seeks a lecturer to teach Introductory American and Texas Government courses. This position is a nine month non-tenure track contract and is renewable given budgetary approval. Teaching load is 12 hours per semester (4 course sections), and candidates should have significant experience teaching introductory Texas and American government. Experience teaching in both in-person and online settings is a plus. Salary is $40,000 per year.

The Department is interested in candidates with an MA or PhD in Political Science, and who will contribute to the mission of the department and university. The Department of Political Science houses majors and minors in Political Science and Global Studies, as well as the minor in Women’s and Gender Studies and the Model United Nations program.

Midwestern State University is a diverse, public liberal arts university with an enrollment of approximately 6,000 students and a member of the Texas Tech System. MSU Texas is located in Wichita Falls, a city of 102,000 about 2 hours northwest of Dallas/Fort Worth (www.msutexas.edu).  As a Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC) member institution, Midwestern State University is particularly committed to excellence in teaching and seeks applicants that will contribute to this mission. This position is designated as security sensitive and requires the finalist to complete a criminal background check.  EEO/ADAAA compliance employer.   

Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and statement of teaching philosophy to:

Dr. Linda Veazey, Chair

Department of Political Science

Midwestern State University

3410 Taft Boulevard

Wichita Falls, TX 76308

linda.veazey@msutexas.edu

The position will remain open until filled, but priority will be given to applications received before November 1, 2021.